"Manager, Farm"

Manager, Farm

Company: Auburn University

Job Location: Auburn University, 36849-5207

Category: Farming and Agriculture

Type: Full-Time

Requisition Number: S4915P

Home Org Name: Clinical Sciences

Division Name: College of Veterinary Medicine

Job Class Code: IA15

Appointment Status: Full-time

Limited Term: No

Job Summary

Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine is seeking qualified applicants for the role of Farm Manager. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the animal facilities and husbandry of designated animals/areas and managing routine maintenance of equipment, facilities, and property directly and through supervision of others.

Essential Functions

• Manages and participates in the daily operations and maintenance of animal care and holding complexes for a variety of large animal species that supports veterinary medicine teaching, research and treatment programs.
• Informs supervisor or department head of work progress, present and potential problems, and makes suggestions for new or improved ways of addressing problems.
• Assists in the preparation planning and execution of special events and activities.
• Provides technical and mechanical assistance in the maintenance of fleet equipment and schedules annual equipment maintenance.
• Inspects, records maintenance of, and advises on the management and care of mechanical shop, pastures, and animal facilities.
• Assists the director in planning and deciding protocols pertaining to facilities, equipment and supplies, animal health and care operations, and employees.
• Clear communication and collaboration with all herd managers/coordinators, the unit veterinarians, and university veterinarian are essential and expected.
• Ensures appropriate training for equipment operators.
• Ensures team follows all AU policies for safety and training and follows CVM infection control policies.
• The position has some after-hours, holiday, and weekend responsibility if emergencies involving the farm facilities and equipment require attention.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Full supervisory responsibility for other employees is a major responsibility and includes training, evaluating, and making or recommending pay, promotion or other employment decisions.

Why Work at Auburn?

• Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
• Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
• We're Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
• Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
• A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.

Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma plus 6 years of experience in a veterinary facility or farm environment. At least 1 year of supervisor experience.

Graduate degrees may be accepted in lieu of experience.

Minimum Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of veterinary teaching hospital practices, animal care, infectious disease protocols, equipment maintenance, and pasture or land management.
• This position requires the ability to lift up to 100 lbs, and consists of working outdoors year-round.

Minimum License and Certifications

• Valid in-state driver's license is required.
• Pesticide applicator - state licensure: The ability to obtain a pesticide license may be required in specific positions.

Salary Range: $51,230-$81,970

Job Category: Agricultural/Veterinary Medicine

City position is located in: Auburn

State position is located: AL

Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement

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